Admissions Process

Philosophy

Jesuit High School is not just for the academically elite. Our philosophy is that any student of average ability, who is willing to work hard can succeed at Jesuit. Our admission policy reflects this philosophy. We look for students who are motivated to do the work necessary to obtain a college prep education. Our goal is to help each young man to develop to his full potential academically, spiritually, physically, socially and culturally.

Admission Procedure for Grade 9 (Applications for Fall 2011 will be available on-line beginning December 1, 2010)

1. Take the Catholic High School Placement Test (HSPT) at Jesuit High School. Reserve a test by completing the form available on line beginning December 1^st.
2. Download and print application packet here, or from menu at left:
   1. Freshman (9th Grade) Application
   2. Complete the admission application, which includes:
3. 1. Recommendation forms to be completed by current school principal/teacher/counselor
   2. A transcript of grades and test scores from 6^th, 7^th, and 8^th grades
   3. A letter of recommendation from a pastor, rabbi, or other religious leader regarding the applicant’s openness to the spiritual dimension of Jesuit High School.
4. At least one parent and the applicant must attend a brief interview at Jesuit High School. You can click here for an interview schedule.

Note: Admission to Jesuit High School will be based primarily on the recommendation form from the elementary school and the student’s academic record from grades six through eight. The personal interview is an important part of the admission process in that it gives an opportunity for determining the student’s motivation for attending Jesuit while additionally providing the opportunity for the student and his parent(s) to obtain more information about Jesuit.

Admission Process for Grades 10 & 11 (Transfer applications for school year 2011/2012 will be available on line December 1, 2010):

1. Transfer applicants for Grade 10 should take the placement exam as indicated above.
2. Students should have demonstrated the ability to succeed academically in a college prep course of studies.
3. Download and print the application packet here, or from menu at left:
   1. Transfer (10th & 11th Grade) Application
4. Complete the transfer application, which includes:
   1. Recommendation forms to be completed by current school principal/teacher/counselor
   2. Recommendation form from a pastor, rabbi, or other religious leader regarding the applicant’s openness to the spiritual dimension of Jesuit High School.
   3. A request for transcript of grades and test scores
5. $10.00 application processing fee should be submitted with application
6. When all paper work has been submitted, an interview will be scheduled with a staff member at Jesuit High School.